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From political hot spot to peace haven: Kondele's big about turn as Uhuru Visits

President Uhuru Kenyatta with Opposition leader Raila Odinga in Kisumu. [Collins Oduor/Standard]

At the height of political violence in 2007 and 2017, Kondele area in Kisumu was a no-go zone. Over the years, the area has earned the reputation of being a political violence hot spot.

This was in stark contrast to yesterday’s mammoth crowd that turned up to welcome erstwhile political foes, President Uhuru Kenyatta, Opposition leader Raila Odinga and Deputy President William Ruto.

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